Abdul Hadi Mayar
Pakistan Foreign Office Women’s Association (PFOWA) on Sunday organised its Annual Charity Bazaar 2024, under the theme of “PFOWA Joining hands, Joining hearts.”
Deputy Prime Minister/Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar and Patron PFOWA Begum Tabassum Ishaq Dar Inaugurated the bazaar. Cultural stalls from various foreign embassies were displayed at the event held at the Foreign Office. The Bazaar aimed at supporting underprivileged communities, brought together diplomats and their families, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of different countries.
The event was widely attended by members of the diplomatic corps, civil society, and officials of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Speaking on the occasion, the deputy prime minister said, “Today’s bazaar is a captivating blend of diverse cultures and a variety of experiences, fostering harmony and fraternity among different nations.”
He extended his gratitude to the diplomatic community and the residents in Islamabad for their ‘active and colorful participation’ in today’s event.
“Wonderful to see that every country has done a great demonstration of the culture in that country, the food and different other articles which is a unique experience for the visitors,” Dar said.
He emphasized that one of the aims of this event was to promote a better understanding of the social, cultural, and economic life of Pakistan. The annual feature is aimed to appreciate the diversity of cultures and promote cultural interaction between foreign missions in Islamabad and the Pakistani society.
